Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dublin Airport (DUB): what you need to know
A direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Dublin Airport takes on average 1 hour 34 minutes. Dublin's timezone is UTC+0 — identical to London.
There are 157 flights from London Gatwick Airport to Dublin Airport each week. Jump on the 05:55 flight if you want to set off as early as possible. If you're keen to leave later, the last flight from LGW to DUB is 22:00.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Getting to Dublin (and then exploring more of Ireland!) is a breeze with British Airways. This popular carrier runs direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Dublin Airport.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Dublin Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. Here are the most popular stopovers between LGW and DUB:
Glasgow International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Edinburgh Airport
Remember, you might need a visa to enter Ireland. Visa regulations can vary and travel documentation requirements are always changing. Before reserving your cheap ticket from LGW to DUB, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dublin Airport (DUB)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Dublin Airport is P906. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P1,811. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book 8 months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from LGW to DUB.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Dublin Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Dublin Airport. Simply select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Travelling from central London to London Gatwick Airport takes approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 80 kilometres in 1 hour and 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After an easy way to start to your break? Stay near LGW. Whether you've booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Dublin Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Arriving at Dublin Airport (DUB)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Dublin Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DUB instead:
Getting from Dublin Airport (DUB) to central Dublin
Dublin Airport to the centre of Dublin takes around 29 minutes in a car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 2 hours and 9 minutes.
When to fly to Dublin Airport (DUB)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Dublin Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Dublin based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Dublin is July, with the temperature ranging between 10 ºC and 20 ºC. Lock in your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Dublin Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from LGW to DUB in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1 ºC and 9 ºC on average.
More about Dublin
Once you've booked your flights from LGW to DUB, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Dublin. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting city:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College Library and Dublin Castle are top sights which should be on any good Dublin itinerary.
Complete your Dublin trip with hotels and a car rental
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